Explore the timeless works of famous Iranian poets who have shaped Persian literature and poetry. From the epic Shahnameh by Ferdowsi to the mystical verses of Rumi, these poets have left an indelible mark on Persian culture and continue to inspire readers worldwide.
Ferdowsi
Most famous poem: Shahnameh
When Shahnameh was written: Between 977 and 1010
Age: Born c. 940 – Died c. 1020
Hafez
Most famous poem: Divan-e Hafez
When Divan-e Hafez was written: 14th century
Age: Born 1315 – Died 1390
Rumi
Most famous poem: Masnavi
When Masnavi was written: 13th century
Age: Born September 30, 1207 – Died December 17, 1273
Nezami
Most famous poem: Khosrow and Shirin
When Khosrow and Shirin was written: 12th century
Age: Born 1141 – Died 1209
Rudaki
Most famous poem: The Lament for Bukhara
When The Lament for Bukhara was written: 10th century
Age: Born c. 858
Saadi
Most famous poem: Bustan
When Bustan was written: 1257
Age: Born 1210 – Died 1292
Ahmad Shamlou
Most famous poem: Bright Horizon
When Bright Horizon was written: Mid 20th century
Age: Born December 12, 1925 – Died July 23, 2000
Forough Farrokhzad
Most famous poem: Another Birth
When Another Birth was written: 1963
Age: Born January 5, 1935 – Died February 13, 1967
Nader Naderpour
Most famous poem: The Green Land
When The Green Land was written: Mid 20th century
Age: Born June 6, 1929 – Died February 18, 2000
Khayyam
Most famous poem: Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
When Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam was written: 11th century
Age: Born May 18, 1048 – Died December 4, 1131
Sohrab Sepehri
Most famous poem: The Oasis in the Moment
When The Oasis in the Moment was written: Mid 20th century
Age: Born October 7, 1928 – Died April 21, 1980
Attar of Nishapur
Most famous poem: The Conference of the Birds
When The Conference of the Birds was written: 12th century
Age: Born 1145 – Died c. 1221
